list of past imperial potentates
Yes, I've been fortunate to know both of the Baileys. Rameses Shriners continued to work hard on membership and in 1979 had a membership of over 6000 Nobles. As past leaders of Hejaz Temple the advice and influence of Past Potentates carries great weight. In addition to ensuring that our remarkable histories are remembered and honored this year, Imperial Sir Bailey will also emphasize increasing membership in the fraternity, and continue to remind every Shriner to share their story with family, friends, co-workers and neighbors, and encourage them to become part of this amazing brother-hood which does so much to improve both communities and the lives of children and families. 1989 The Peace Monument, donated to the city of Toronto in 1930 by the Shriners, was rededicated at a sunrise ceremony. Dad would always, rather than telling me, how was school? The difference that the shrine had made. Grand Master, MW Brother, Ron C. Mitchum, DGM, Steven Hames, SW, Tommy Watson, GT, Jack Morrow, & GS, Gerald Carver were all in attendance of the annual business meeting. Dates and time periods associated with this photograph. 2020Imperial Session scheduled for July 5-9 in Kansas City, Missouri, was canceled due to the COVID-19 global pandemic. the exclusive use of the Imperial Potentate, Imperial officers, Past Imperial officers, and such guests as invited by the Imperial Potentate. This site will be your one-stop-shop for all things A.E.A.O.N.M.S., Inc., and I encourage you to visit us often. Large contingents of Shriners have also traveled to the Imperial Sessions and both participated in competitions bring home winning recognition as well as holding executive positions in Imperial Associations. Rameses rented a Lake Steamer for moonlight cruises on Lake Erie. respected, honored and obeyed, Past Potentates. This is to certify that Temple No. The following officers were elected, selected and installed on this . Bill Bailey served as the Great Banquet Community Lay Leader from 1998-2004, which is an orderly and structured weekend designed to strengthen and renew the faith of Christians. This practice continues even until the present time. Geographical information about where this photograph originated or about its content. Members: Learn About Digital Membership Cards and My FezCard Viewer. William S. Bill Bailey, 33, the 2021-2022 Imperial Potentate of Shriners International and his father, Robert B. Bailey, 33, Past Imperial Potentate of Shriners International in 1995-1996, are only the second father and son to serve as Imperial Potentates of Shriners International. This is leading to a world-wide catastrophe. Please find the attached elected and appointed positions. He was Director General for the 1987 Great Lakes Shrine Association Business Session in Merrillville, Indiana. Potentates (both past and present) are addressed as Illustrious Sir, Imperial Potentates (both past and present) and members of the Imperial Divan are addressed as Imperial Sir, while all other Shriners are addressed as Noble. Mailing Address This is the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Shriners Hospitals for Children and the 150th anniversary of Shriners International. He sings in the choir and runs the sound system and livestreaming broadcast. And to serve with Bill and for Bill, and now have Bill be the Imperial Potentate, I'm proud of the entire shrine here. Imperial Divan Peter Diaz William Bailey James Stolze Richard Burke Brad Koehn Jim Cain Lawrence Leib Mark Hartz Matthew Sturlaugson Marty Bartlett Tim Forbis Jerry Oliver Imperial Divan The Imperial Divan is the international governing body of the fraternity, consisting of 12 Imperial Officers who act as a corporate Board of Directors. And then Jim went on to become president of the Great Lakes Shrine Association and was president in 2009, the same time that I was Potentate of Orak Shrine in 2009. %PDF-1.4 % Start your journey today and explore the brotherhood, fun and philanthropy we have to offer. Over many years Rameses Shriners has been an active supporter of Shriners Hospitals for Children having members on the Boards of Governors of both Montreal and Erie. Bachelors degree, University of Evansville, Evansville, Indiana. The election of Imperial Officers and Trustees and two other proposed legislation items were done electronically. Start your journey today and explore the brotherhood, fun and philanthropy we have to offer. Thank you very much. I am where I am today because of his encouragement. What has the Shrine fraternity meant to you? Potentate may refer to: Imperial Potentate, the title of the head of the Shriners. After months of work, research and debate, the committee concluded that there should not be just one hospital, but a network of hospitals throughout North America. See more information on facebook More Imperial Information Be a Shriner Now SUPPORT FIRST LADY JENNIFER'S "THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER" PROGRAM TODAY Drop a pin or drag to create a new rectangle. Prior to this, clowns were only judged by their parade performance. On September 15th, 1889, Illustrious Imperial Potentate Sam Briggs, the second Imperial Potentate in the history of the Ancient Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, made a trip to Chattanooga at the solicitation of a group of Masonic Leaders interested in the establishment of a Shrine Center in Chattanooga. Well, I guess I would say in having the two boys, Bill was a great example of a father. Bill received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Evansville in Indiana and is the third generation in his family to graduate from the university. He's well organized. Bill went on to receive his Master of Science degree from the University of Kentucky. Past Imperial Potentate, specified in the Constitution and General Laws under the subject of honorary degrees on pages 67-69. Shriner passionately shares his love for being a Shriner to man sitting next to him on plane, who turned out not to be such a stranger after all. I taught for 33 years. Baileys father, Robert B. Bailey, was Imperial Potentate in 19951996. All trademarks, service marks, and logos referred to or appearing on this site are the property of their respective owners. Shriners, and for the first time, their ladies arrived in Toronto by the hundreds on trains. The jurisdiction of Rameses Shriners is also quite large and covers the major part of Ontario. Oasis of Desert of by a two-thirds favorable vote of those present and voting at a regular meeting of the Temple on approved the petition for . At the constitution of the Temple, Past Imperial Potentate Harrison Dingman acted as Installing Officer and Imperial Recorder B. W. Rowell was the Marshal of Ceremonies. Bill Bailey is a member of Orak Shriners in Michigan City, Indiana, and served as the temples Potentate in 2009. String musicians of all levels come together for acoustic jam sessions of traditional Appalachian/Bluegrass/Americana music genres. Rob Bailey is married to Jackie, and they have two children, Parker Rose and Beau Owens. He was an English-Australian professional wrestler as well as a professional wrestling commentator, best remembered as being a major wrestling attraction in the 1950s and 60s winning many championships in both Canada and the US. He served for four years on the Ogden Dunes Town Council, including as its President in 1995, and also served as Vice-President of the Ogden Dunes Home Association. And she and I were in the same apartment complex, and I actually could see her door from my window, and just kept seeing this cute young girl. Bailey is an emeritus member of the Iowa Corporation and an emeritus member of the Board of Governors of Shriners Children's Chicago. The building is also available for rentals and hosts a numbers of other organizations on a regular basis. You must have JavaScript enabled to fill out this form. Members: Learn About Digital Membership Cards and My FezCard Viewer. We are very proud of the fact that we are the only second father son team as Imperial Potentates. The Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. This site is intended to be maintained in a manner consistent with United States copyright laws. Antioch's Past Imperial Potentates Charles A. Tad Claypool, 33 rd (2002-2003) Charles A. Tad Claypool of Beavercreek, Ohio, was elected Jr. Past Imperial Potentate of the Shrine of North America at the Shriners' 2003 annual International Convention in Minneapolis, Minnesota, July 6-10. At the 2005 Imperial Session in Baltimore, Maryland, Imperial Sir Bailey was awarded the Imperial Potentates Award of Merit the highest honor in the fraternity. 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My father, being involved in Scottish Rite, he had told us he wants us to experience all the different branches of the Masonic family, and so we all did. 1907 During the 33rd Imperial Session in Los Angeles, California a sightseeing train derailed and crashed, killing 31 and injuring 20 Nobles and their ladies, mostly from Rajah Shriners. It was here that the near-Eastern theme of the Shriners was established. My younger brother, Jim, and I went through the Blue Lodge together. 1877 The legend of the origins of the fraternity began at the 2nd Imperial Session held at the Masonic Temple in Albany, New York. 2020. Each titlein the Shrineis derived from Arabic tradition, and each has its own set of defined duties and responsibilities. If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the . Bill Bailey is Vice President of Investments for Marcus & Millichap in Chicago, where he sells commercial investment real estate with his brother, John and son, Ross. We are very proud to have had these Nobles serve as Imperial Potentate and work hard for the Shrine and Shriners Hospitals for Children. Ill. Sir William (Bill) Fitzsimmons. These are the Past Potentate's (President or CEO) that have served and led WA WA Shriners. String musicians of all levels come together for acoustic jam sessions of traditional Appalachian/Bluegrass/Americana music genres. 23, Tampa FL - Past Potentate Mt. P.I.P. The award recognizes outstanding achievement and selfless contributions to Shriners International and Shriners Hospitals for Children. And the mother stopped my mother, who was about to cry, and said, "You don't understand. Judge Myers is a member of the Florida Bar, Hillsborough County Bar (Tampa, FL), American Bar and National Bar Association. Together with his father, Robert B. Bailey, 33, Imperial Potentate of Shriners International in 1995-1996, they are only the second father and son to serve as Imperial Potentates. The award recognizes outstanding achievement and selfless contributions to Shriners International and Shriners Hospitals for Children. Unique identifying numbers for this photograph in the Gateway or other systems. What's most important is that you leave them financially more secure, but you also try to grow both the hospitals and the fraternity and make them stronger. It's all volunteer, and so we all pitch in and do what we need to do to make it a successful church. People and organizations associated with either the creation of this photograph or its content. The Shrine legacy continues with Baileys brothers John Bailey and Jim Bailey, who was Potentate of Orak in 1998 and President of Great Lakes Shrine Association in 2009. Imperial Potentate's Address 3 young Black men. Membership however in recent years like so many other Shrine Centers has declined quite significantly. Nice to see you guys too. 1886 The 11th Imperial Session was held in Cleveland, Ohio, the first to be held outside of New York state. OF THOMAS A. EDISON INDUSTRIES OF MCGRAW-EDISON CO. / NEW JERSEY, Business, Economics and Finance - Journalism, 1 But behind each good man, is a lady. He's happy." He serves as Sovereign of the Red Cross of Constantine, is a member of the Indiana College of Rosicrucians 8th grade and is a member of DeMolay International, which recently awarded him the DeMolay Legion of Honor. And I want you to know, I spared no expense thinking about your college future. And most people think that you're going to quit after that and you would feel sorry for yourself. That's what they deserve, that they could go play. More information about this photograph can be viewed below. Junior Past Imperial PotentateMember. Assuming an individual is re-appointed and/or re-elected to the Divan each year, in the time it takes . Years Name Temple; 1967-1996: PP Henry Hester, No. His whole family, his dad, Bob, his brother, Jim, were always so dedicated to the shrine and the shrine cause, the philanthropy of the hospital. Rameses Shriners shares jurisdictions in the Province of Ontario with Tunis Shriners in Ottawa Ontario and Mocha Shriners in London Ontario. Well, we're very proud of you, the fact that you're in college now. His judgeships have included serving as the Assistant State Attorney, 13th Judicial Circuit Courts, Criminal County Court, and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. is part of the collection entitled: Some of our biggest memories as a family were going down to the beach with my brother, Rob, and mom and dad, and spending all weekend there. I extend my sincere thanks to those entrusting me as the Imperial Potentate in and for these United States and Commonwealth of The Bahamas and Caribbean. Shriners International Education Foundations Noble Academy attracts the best and brightest thought leaders to educate Shriners and the greater Masonic community. Actual Past Imperial Potentates (by seniority lowest to highest) Elected Imperial Council officers (lowest to highest in rank) The Illustrious Commandress (Deputy for Desert if Joint Desert Ball) The Illustrious Potentate (Deputy of the Desert if Joint Desert Ball) was provided by the Oklahoma Historical Society He is a member of the Arab Patrol, Motor Patrol, Oriental Band, Sportsmans Club and the South Lake County Shrine Club. Bailey and his wife, Debby, have been happily married for 43 years. Join our mailing list to keep up-to-date on all that's happening at Shriners International. Bill received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Evansville in Indiana and is the third generation in his family to graduate from the university. It's been a while. Outside the Shrine, Bill Bailey has served as a Session Elder for the Ogden Dunes Community Church and is currently a Trustee of the Ogden Dunes Community Church Corporation. Do you see me sipping on your name? But he comes from a long line, a legacy of Imperial Potentates. He is past Commander in Chief of the South Bend Valley of Scottish Rite, where he was coroneted with a 33rd Degree in 1997. And so I was very thrilled when I opened it up and found an engagement ring in it. My grandmother had a severe scoliosis, my Uncle Jim had scoliosis, my father has a bit of scoliosis, and so it's something that we're aware of. Rameses Shriners has over the years had a number of notable people who became members. Bill Bailey was born and raised in Ogden Dunes, Indiana, a small lakeside community built on the shores of Lake Michigan, where he and his wife Debby currently reside. We didn't win the first year, we didn't win the second year. Here are some suggestions for what to do next. Rob Bailey is married to Jackie, and they have two children, Parker Rose and Beau Owens. Free and Accepted Ancient York Rite Masons. He is shown with J. William Bickell, center, potentate of the India Temple, and Galloway Calhoun, Tyler, Texas, past Imperial Potentate and chair of the Shrine Hospitals for crippled children.". He's always been a lot of fun. The official Facebook page of the Imperial Potentate of Shriners International. Rameses Shriners is the largest Shrine Center in Canada with regards to membership. embraces all of the basic fundamental concepts of the Masonic Order, but is more colorful, with a broader spectrum of visibility by the manner in which it dispenses charity in the community, and the care for its own. Sorry. And seeing them in the shrine was always a big part of me growing up. He has also served on the Strategic Planning, Building & Equipment, Membership, Investments, Budget, Insurance, Real Estate & Natural Resources, Clinical & Basic Research Committees, and DeMolay, as well as the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. By the Imperial Session held in Washington, D.C. in 1900, there were 55,000 members and 82 Temples. Any reproduction, retransmission, distribution, or republication of all or part of any images, text programs, and other materials found on this site is expressly prohibited unless The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas or the copyright owner of the material has expressly granted its prior written consent. The existence of any particular link is simply intended to imply potential interest to users of this site. 2023 Copyright - Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. Harram Temple No. Rameses Shriners was formed in 1888. 2 IMPERIAL DIVAN OFFICERS FOR 2017-2018 GARY J. BERGENSKE (Anne) Imperial Potentate Cell: 407-310-7545 Ofc: 407-875-0000 Bahia Shriners Res: 407-767-0788 Fax: 407-875-0480 Ofc: 1101 W. Kennedy Boulevard, Orlando, Florida 32810 Res: 236 Flame Avenue, Maitland, Florida 32751 Email . I was a man of high estate As a member of the Board of Directors, Bill Bailey has served as Chairman of Marketing & Communications, Donor Relations, Hospital Operations, Temple Officers Educational Seminars and Temple Procedures. 1886 The 11th Imperial Session was held in Cleveland, Ohio, the first to be held outside of New York state. image file It is noteworthy that Noble Cutts subsequently became Imperial Potentate, serving as such in 1921-1922. . Past Potentates. Questions, comments or concerns? . He serves as Sovereign of the Red Cross of Constantine, is a member of the Indiana College of Rosicrucians 8th grade and is a member of DeMolay International, which recently awarded him the DeMolay Legion of Honor.
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